Data Quality Analyst

By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly capable Data Quality Analyst to develop procedures to enhance the accuracy and integrity of our organization's data. You will be performing data analysis, mapping data flows, collaborating with database developers to enhance data collection and storage procedures, and preparing data analysis reports.

To ensure success as a Data Quality Analyst, you should exhibit extensive knowledge of data analysis techniques and experience in a similar role. A top-notch Data Quality Analyst will be someone who d displays a passion for data analysis and whose expertise results in reliable information for company executives.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing statistical tests on large datasets to determine Data Quality and integrity.
• Evaluating system performance and design, as well as its effect on Data Quality.
• Collaborating with database developers to improve data collection and storage processes.
• Running data queries to identify coding issues and data exceptions, as well as cleaning data.
• Gathering data from primary or secondary data sources to identify and interpret trends.
• Reporting data analysis findings to management to inform business decisions and prioritize information system needs.
• Understanding of best practices in developing long-term data hygiene practices to clean and standardize data.
• Documenting processes and maintaining data records.
• Adhering to best practices in data analysis and collection.
• Keeping abreast of developments and trends in Data Quality analysis.
• Accountable for executing and processing of data change requests (merges, deletes, etc.).
• Ensure sufficient Data Quality is maintained so that the data can effectively support the business process and reporting accuracy.
• Ability to define, generate, refine, and socialize ongoing Data Quality audits. 
• Identify, investigate, and manage the resolution and escalation of Data Quality issues.
• Contributes feedback to assist leadership in evolving best practices as opportunities and challenges are presented.
• Execute various data cleanup tasks, such as: standardizing data, de-duplication of records, and ensuring that necessary data fields are populated.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, information management, or similar.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in data analysis, Data Quality or data management.
• Required proficiency in programming languages, including Structured Query Language (SQL) and JavaScript.  Preferred experience in python.
• In-depth knowledge of statistical methods and tests.
• Experience with data integration packages such as Boomi, FiveTran, Azure Data Factory or Mulesoft.
• Experience with statistical packages, such as MS Excel, SAS, and/or SPSS.
• Exceptional analytical skills.
• Advanced problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of best practices in data analysis and data cleaning.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  

• Ability to pay attention to details and perform at a high level of accuracy. 
• Proficient in planning, organizational, and multi-tasking skills to complete assignments in an efficient manner in a fast-paced environment.
• Skills in problem solving including the ability to identify and appropriately evaluate an alternative course of action. 
• Skills in establishing effective interpersonal relationships such as the ability to solicit key ideas and information. 
• The position requires routine documentation, analysis, and strong communication.
• Ability to handle sensitive and proprietary information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Skills in planning such as identifying and organizing action steps to achieve desired results.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration and team problem-solving.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and work requests with minimal guidance.
• Ability to work independently with little oversight from management.
• Acts as a process advocate on all assigned projects and assignments
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate EPIC values in daily work

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.